Games like Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop
If Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop is your kind of game, the closest matches are Tram Simulator Urban Transit, Bus Simulator 18 and Construction Simulator — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its detailed city environments, realistic bus driving experience and immersive. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
Get personalized picks →Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop is a vehicle simulation developed by stillalive studios and published by astragon Entertainment, released in 2021 at a price of $24.99 USD. Players explore cities, progress through missions, and drive officially licensed buses across different routes, with the series offering its largest bus fleet to date. Reviewers describe the experience as immersive and relaxing, highlighting detailed city environments, realistic bus driving mechanics, and a wide variety of buses and routes to manage. The game holds a 74% positive rating from over 1100 Steam reviews and runs verified on Steam Deck.
About Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop: Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop offers the most comprehensive bus fleet in the history of the series with 30 officially licensed buses. Drive on two vastly different maps, alone or with friend. Play with extended management elements or just enjoy your time on the road.
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Tram Simulator Urban Transit
WHY THIS
Shares a relaxing mood with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Top pick for Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Welcome to Tram Simulator Urban Transit - get on aboard! In this game, you take on the role of a tram driver and manager. Drive 6 tram models. Transport passengers and drive them to the numerous stops. Plan your own routes, manage your timetables, and expand your tram network.
Bus Simulator 18
WHY THIS
Shares a relaxing mood with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Second-strongest match for Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Experience the job of a bus driver in a vast and freely drivable urban area. Drive original licensed city buses from the great brands: Mercedes-Benz, Setra, MAN, and IVECO BUS. Transport your passengers safely and punctually, either solo in single player mode, or in multiplayer mode.
Construction Simulator
WHY THIS
Shares a relaxing mood with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Third-strongest match for Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Construction Simulator has returned – larger and more impressive than ever! Fulfil your ambition to become a successful construction entrepreneur by establishing your business from scratch, assisted by your mentor Hape.
Bus Bound
WHY THIS
Shares a relaxing mood with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Ranked #4 for Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Step into the driver’s seat in Bus Bound, the latest title from the creators of Bus Simulator 21. Explore a vibrant city behind the wheel of officially licensed buses, and help transform it into a pedestrian-friendly paradise—one stop at a time.
American Truck Simulator
WHY THIS
Shares an immersive mood with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Ranked #5 for Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Experience legendary American trucks and deliver various cargoes across sunny California, sandy Nevada, and the Grand Canyon State of Arizona. American Truck Simulator takes you on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes and widely recognized landmarks around the States.
Euro Truck Simulator 2
WHY THIS
Shares a relaxing mood with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Ranked #6 for Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Travel across Europe as king of the road, a trucker who delivers important cargo across impressive distances! With dozens of cities to explore, your endurance, skill and speed will all be pushed to their limits.
Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown
WHY THIS
Ranked #7 for Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
TDUSC is a lifestyle and social experience that redefines what an open-world racing game can be. Explore a fully recreated Hong Kong Island. Take to the road behind the wheel of exceptional cars and live the ultimate life of luxury.
SnowRunner
WHY THIS
Ranked #8 for Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Get ready for the next-generation off-road experience! Drive powerful vehicles and overcome extreme open environments to complete dozens of challenging missions solo or with up to 3 friends!
Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop at current Steam store prices.
Garry's Mod
WHY THIS
Priced ~80% under Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Garry's Mod is a physics sandbox. There aren't any predefined aims or goals. We give you the tools and leave you to play.
People Playground
WHY THIS
Priced ~60% under Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Shoot, stab, burn, poison, tear, vaporise, or crush ragdolls in a large open space.
Kerbal Space Program
WHY THIS
Priced ~60% under Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
In Kerbal Space Program, take charge of the space program for the alien race known as the Kerbals. You have access to an array of parts to assemble fully-functional spacecraft that flies (or doesn’t) based on realistic aerodynamic and orbital physics.
Cookie Clicker
WHY THIS
Priced ~80% under Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
An idle game about making cookies! Originally released in 2013 on the web, and actively developed since then. This is the official version for Steam.
Noita
WHY THIS
Priced ~68% under Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Noita is a magical action roguelite set in a world where every pixel is physically simulated. Fight, explore, melt, burn, freeze and evaporate your way through the procedurally generated world using spells you've created yourself.
FTL: Faster Than Light
WHY THIS
Priced ~60% under Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
This "spaceship simulation roguelike-like" allows you to take your ship and crew on an adventure through a randomly generated galaxy filled with glory and bitter defeat.
PowerWash Simulator
WHY THIS
Priced ~50% under Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Release the Pressure with PowerWash Simulator! Wash away your worries with the soothing sounds of high-pressure water. Fire up your power washer and blast away every speck of dirt and grime you can find, all with the simple satisfaction of power-washing to a sparkling finish.
Buckshot Roulette
WHY THIS
Priced ~88% under Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Play Russian roulette with a 12-gauge shotgun. Four enter. One leaves. Roll the dice with your life. Good luck!
Free alternatives
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Ultimate Custom Night
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Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.
Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!
Bongo Cat
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?
Indigo Park: Chapter 1
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.
Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.
The Looker
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Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.
You wake up, alone, on a strangely familiar island full of puzzles that will frustrate and annoy you.
Counter-Strike:Global Offensive
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Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.
Counter-Strike:Global Offensive (CS:GO) expands upon the team-based action gameplay that it pioneered when it was launched over 2 decades ago. CS:GO features new maps, characters, weapons, and game modes, and delivers updated versions of the classic CS content (de_dust2, etc.).
Virtual Cottage
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Virtual Cottage gives you a comfy place to rest and be productive without any distractions. Open the game, set yourself a goal and enjoy the atmosphere.
The Expendabros
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Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.
The Expendabros have assembled and set their sights on the forces of ruthless arms dealer Conrad Stonebanks in the forests of Eastern Europe.
Magic Archery
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Train a commoner to become the greatest archer in this short incremental game! Increase your stats, gather wealth from quests, buy upgrades, and infuse your arrows with magic.
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Head-to-head comparisons
More from stillalive studios
Other recommendable Steam games by stillalive studios, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.
Bus Simulator 18
WHY THIS
Shares a relaxing mood with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Another title from stillalive studios, the studio behind Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Experience the job of a bus driver in a vast and freely drivable urban area. Drive original licensed city buses from the great brands: Mercedes-Benz, Setra, MAN, and IVECO BUS. Transport your passengers safely and punctually, either solo in single player mode, or in multiplayer mode.
Bus Simulator 16
WHY THIS
Shares a relaxing mood with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Another title from stillalive studios, the studio behind Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Get behind the wheel of 13 realistic city buses licensed by known city bus manufacturers such as Mercedes-Benz and MAN. Keep an eye on the traffic code and drive your passengers safely to their destinations through five characteristic city districts.
Garden Life: A Cozy Simulator
WHY THIS
Shares a relaxing mood with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Another title from stillalive studios, the studio behind Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Garden Life is a relaxing gardening game in which you create your dream garden in a peaceful, colourful world. Plant and add ornaments at your own pace, transforming an overgrown forgotten plot into a flourishing community garden.
Rescue HQ - The Tycoon
WHY THIS
Shares a relaxing mood with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Another title from stillalive studios, the studio behind Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Build up your headquarters from scratch and design your own masterpiece. In Rescue HQ you build, organize and manage a joint station for firefighters, police and ambulance. Manage your resources wisely and master challenging emergencies to keep your city safe! Are you up to the challenge?
Bus Bound
WHY THIS
Shares a relaxing mood with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Another title from stillalive studios, the studio behind Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Step into the driver’s seat in Bus Bound, the latest title from the creators of Bus Simulator 21. Explore a vibrant city behind the wheel of officially licensed buses, and help transform it into a pedestrian-friendly paradise—one stop at a time.
Tram Simulator Urban Transit
WHY THIS
Shares a relaxing mood with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Another title from stillalive studios, the studio behind Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Welcome to Tram Simulator Urban Transit - get on aboard! In this game, you take on the role of a tram driver and manager. Drive 6 tram models. Transport passengers and drive them to the numerous stops. Plan your own routes, manage your timetables, and expand your tram network.
Drone Swarm
WHY THIS
Another title from stillalive studios, the studio behind Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Drone Swarm is a very unique take on tactical games. Control 32,000 drones in quick, fast-paced fights. Combine your swarm abilities and counter constantly evolving attacks of your opponents. Survive varying enemy waves, get upgrades to your swarm, and make it to the next system alive!
Son of Nor
WHY THIS
Another title from stillalive studios, the studio behind Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
The World is Your Weapon in Son of Nor, a third-person action-adventure! Alter the environment with your terraforming abilities, use telekinetic powers to bend the dynamic surroundings to your will and cast powerful elemental spells that can be combined to wreak havoc on your enemies!
Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
Tram Simulator Urban Transit
WHY THIS
Shares a relaxing mood with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Welcome to Tram Simulator Urban Transit - get on aboard! In this game, you take on the role of a tram driver and manager. Drive 6 tram models. Transport passengers and drive them to the numerous stops. Plan your own routes, manage your timetables, and expand your tram network.
Construction Simulator
WHY THIS
Shares a relaxing mood with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Construction Simulator has returned – larger and more impressive than ever! Fulfil your ambition to become a successful construction entrepreneur by establishing your business from scratch, assisted by your mentor Hape.
American Truck Simulator
WHY THIS
Shares an immersive mood with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Experience legendary American trucks and deliver various cargoes across sunny California, sandy Nevada, and the Grand Canyon State of Arizona. American Truck Simulator takes you on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes and widely recognized landmarks around the States.
Euro Truck Simulator 2
WHY THIS
Shares a relaxing mood with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Travel across Europe as king of the road, a trucker who delivers important cargo across impressive distances! With dozens of cities to explore, your endurance, skill and speed will all be pushed to their limits.
SnowRunner
WHY THIS
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Simulation with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop.
Get ready for the next-generation off-road experience! Drive powerful vehicles and overcome extreme open environments to complete dozens of challenging missions solo or with up to 3 friends!
Frequently asked about Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop
- Is Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop verified for Steam Deck?
- Yes — Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
- How much does Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop cost?
- Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop is listed on Steam at 24.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
- Does Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop have multiplayer or co-op?
- Yes — Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Online Co-op, Co-op).
- What games are most similar to Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop are Tram Simulator Urban Transit, Bus Simulator 18, Construction Simulator.
- Who developed Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop?
- Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop was developed by stillalive studios and published by astragon Entertainment.
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